Authentically Japanese in design, each knife features 101 layers of forged steel to create a delicate Damascus pattern. Each blade in the Miyabi Birchwood collection is hand-honed using a traditional three-step honbazuke process. The genuine hamon edge—the visible line where flexible outer layers and incredibly hard core layer meet—is reminiscent of legendary Japanese swords.

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Miyabi, a Japanese aesthetic ideal translated as “elegance” or “refinement,” is now synonymous with Zwilling J.A. Henckels’ line of Japanese cutlery. Following in the tradition of samurai sword makers, Miyabi produces knives that are extraordinarily sharp and exceptionally beautiful.

Forged-steel construction results in a distinctive Damascus pattern, ensuring no two knives are identical. Blades go through a Cryodur four-step ice-hardening process for strength, flexibility, and corrosion resistance. Edges are then hand finished by master craftsmen using the classic honbazuke blade-honing technique.

Created in collaboration with world-renowned Japanese chefs—including Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto—the Miyabi collection merges authentic Japanese blades with Western-style handles to create a unique line of cutlery.

Any recommendations as to which 7-piece knife set to get? So many choices... I'm fine spending a bit more if the more expensive ones are really better, but not if there's no real difference. It's just more enjoyable using knives that feel good and cut well. We use them for normal family cooking - nothing extreme.

Best Answer:Bought the myabi evolution set for my son's family. I have purchased knives individually, some of them on sale. I like the sharpness, more western style handle, and a little more weight. They are nice, but a luxury item.